Picking up the wooden beads, arranging simple jewelry designs, and stringing the beads onto the laces--every stage of play with this sturdy beading set bolsters fine motor skills and finger strength.Picking up a bead naturally demands a pincer grasp, which in turn lays the groundwork for a tripod pencil grasp and writing readiness.Holding the extra-long aglet to point precisely through the hole in a bead further reinforces this important skill as well as hand-eye coordination.
Caregivers can encourage development even more by encouraging children to tie knots in the laces or to follow the simple directions to attach the reusable clasps themselves.But like all the best learning activities, this skill-builder works best when children are left to their own devices--naturally forming the proper grasps and building motor strength effortlessly through play.
With designs that work together in any combination, this open-ended set lets the child be the jewelry designer--deciding which beads should go together to create a finished look that's completely unique.The coordinating colors and designs ensure that any arrangement has a cohesive look, so even beginners will feel proud to show off the necklaces, bracelets, and anklets they've made.
With design success a sure bet, the sturdy aglets and laces ensure the process of making the jewelry is simple, too: oversize aglets slide through the beads easily--even through multiple beads at a time--so stringing the beads is quick and frustration-free.And until the final knot is tied, the lacing process is completely reversible--so kids can try their designs in a low-stakes setting that encourages experimentation.
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